Bell Ringer (8367)

THE SALVATION ARMY; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army of Gainesville is seeking seasonal bell-ringers for the Christmas Program at Gainesville locations. Roles include greeting the public, ringing bells, and ensuring kettles are never left unattended, in keeping with The Salvation Army's ministry and Christian principles.

Positions run November 19 to December 24, 2026, with part-time and full-time options. Requires standing outdoors, varying schedules, and adherence to dress code and attendance requirements.

Qualifications

• No formal education or experience requirements.
• Ability to follow instructions with limited supervision.
• Ability to greet and respond to the general public courteously.
• Ability to abide by required dress code.
• Ability to ring small hand bell and be responsible for bell and apron.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Conduct all duties in accordance with The Salvation Army principles and ministry.

Responsibilities

• Rings bells for The Salvation Army Christmas Program at assigned locations.
• Ensures that the Kettle is never left unattended.
• Greets the public in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Conducts job duties in accordance with the ministry of The Salvation Army and its Christian principles.

Skills

Follow instructions

Greet public

Dress code adherence

Bell ringing

Attendance

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: FLA-Gainesville Corps - Gainesville, FL 32601, Position Type: Seasonal Full Time, Education Level: N/A, Salary Range: $15.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Weekend , Job Category: Christmas, This is a seasonal position working November 19 – December 24, 2026

Schedule/Hours: Schedules and locations will vary.

Part-time and full-time opportunities available.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

The Salvation Army of Gainesville

639 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

This position is responsible for:

Rings bells for The Salvation Army Christmas Program at assigned locations; ensures that the Kettle is never left unattended; greets the public in a courteous and friendly manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rings bells for The Salvation Army Christmas Program at assigned locations.
• Ensures that the Kettle is never left unattended.
• Greets the public in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Conducts job duties in accordance with the ministry of The Salvation Army and its Christian principles.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to stand in one location for extended periods in outside weather conditions.
• Duties are performed standing and may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting or walking.
• Limited amount of physical effort required associated with lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.
• Work is performed outside where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather and discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt. Dressing appropriately is important for comfort.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

No formal education or experience requirements.

• Ability to follow instructions with limited supervision.
• Ability to greet and respond to the general public courteously.
• Ability to abide by required dress code.
• Ability to ring small hand bell and be responsible for bell and apron.
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to perform all duties with an understanding of the mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, and protocol of The Salvation Army and conducts all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.

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